Can Honda Insight run without hybrid battery?
The Honda Insight, at its core, is a 3-cylinder 67-hp engine and can function without the battery with the loss of auto-stop, regenerative braking, and some MPG.
Can a Honda Insight function without a battery?
Keep driving, ignoring the lights, with IMA going in and out The Honda Insight, at its core, is a 3-cylinder 67-hp engine and can function without the battery with the loss of auto-stop, regenerative braking, and some MPG. However, depending on when your pack was made, the decision above will be made for you.
When did Honda Insight hybrid battery pack change?
My Honda Insight hybrid is a 2002 model and has already had its battery pack replaced in 2008. Well, in its 13th year (7 years on the new pack), the pack started reporting degradation of the battery requiring some decisions.
Why is the bypass not working on my Honda Insight?
It’s no longer recommended to do the bypass because it may or may not work Based on my research, the reason it may or may not work is because the trick is necessary for original IMA systems. However, remember, my pack was replaced in 2008 (there was no sticker on the BCM when I opened things up; my second clue).
Is there a problem with my Honda Insight battery?
Same problem with my 2003 Insight. Its third IMA battery lasted 3.5 years, just until after the end of the warranty. IMA and CEL are on. The car is running fine. The 12V battery is charging and its battery light does not come on.
What does IMA stand for in Honda Insight?
For those who don’t know (I had to look it up), “IMA” is a brand-specific acronym that stands for integrated motor assist. It makes no economic sense drive a hybrid 2-6,000 miles a year. In addition to the economics of the issue, letting a hybrid sit is bad for the hybrid batteries.
How much does it cost to replace an IMA battery?
The IMA light is not on.The car has 55,000 miles now. The car is at the delaers now -hence the desperate tone in my fingers. The estimate is $2000 for replacement ( they said “new” ) battery. So, I have questions.
How much does it cost to fuel a Honda Insight hybrid?
It makes no economic sense drive a hybrid 2-6,000 miles a year. 6000 miles at 70mpg and $2.50 per gallon is $214 fuel cost. Same with 35mpg is $428 fuel cost. So a regular Civic, Corolla etc. will cost an extra $214 per year in fuel.